Eleanor Laise

retirement Workers still need to ask these three key questions to size up the investment choices in their company retirement plans.

By Eleanor Laise

investing Look to intermediate-term muni bond funds, which will give you much of the return of longer-term munis with less interest-rate risk.

By Eleanor Laise

Long-Term Care Insurance Policies are rising in price, while benefits are getting skimpier. Here's how to get the best deal for you.

By Eleanor Laise

Making Your Money Last Calculating your 'funded ratio' can help you figure out if your nest egg will last as long as you do.

By Eleanor Laise

investing Ebbing inflation fears have created an opportunity for investors interested in long-term inflation protection for their portfolios.

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Making Your Money Last To boost a nest egg's longevity, advisers and academics are increasingly turning to 'dynamic' drawdown strategies that adapt to changing circumstances.

By Eleanor Laise

investing International bonds can offer diversification benefits and attractive yields.

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taxes The requirement that individuals obtain health coverage or pay a penalty will be enforced for the first time.

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retirement These five steps will help you pinpoint the facility that will best serve your loved one's needs.

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investing Index funds' low fees take a smaller bite out of meager yields.

By Eleanor Laise

Scams Seniors are a target for financial abuse, but you can take steps to help prevent you or a loved one from becoming a victim.

By Eleanor Laise

stocks Yieldcos, which operate wind, solar and other power-generation facilities, spin off most of their steady earnings to shareholders.

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retirement Small business owners can benefit big time. But it's a different story for longtime pension participants.

By Eleanor Laise

retirement An increasing number of digital tools let patients take charge of their medical records.

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Making Your Money Last Exchanging future pension payments for a lump sum is a costly transaction.

By Eleanor Laise

retirement Advance-planning documents allow seniors facing dementia to spell out their wishes for end-of-life care.

By Eleanor Laise

IRAs Take these four steps to ensure an IRA rollover is the right move for you.

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savings This year’s rally has left even the most seasoned fixed-income investors scratching their heads—and older investors in a challenging spot.

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Making Your Money Last Six key questions to ask when dissolving a marriage late in life.

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Employee Benefits Phased retirement programs help companies retain experienced workers and let employees scale back working hours to explore other interests.

By Eleanor Laise

bonds These securities combine bond-like traits with some potential for stock market gains.

By Eleanor Laise